The Psychologically-Informed Pain Practitioner Certification Program™ is a professional training that equips practitioners with psychological and behavioral approaches to treat pain. This training is specifically designed for physical therapists and other pain providers.
The Certification was developed by Joe Tatta, PT, DPT, in collaboration with a team of leading physical therapist educators, researchers, and clinicians specializing in pain management. The curriculum follows best practice recommendations for pain management outlined by:
The certification approach goes beyond pathology-based treatments that rely on “find-it-and-fix-it” methods consistent with an outdated biomedical model. Instead, it integrates psychological and behavioral approaches so that you, the provider, better understand the patient's lived pain experience.
This improved understanding is used to individualize interventions and address physical and psychological pain-related factors. Psychologically-informed physical therapy is supported by empirical evidence and benefits the patient by providing viable options for improving life activities previously limited due to pain.
It prepares you with an up-to-date and in-demand approach sought out by physical therapy clinics, pain management centers, rehabilitation hospitals, universities, behavioral health, and addiction treatment centers. The certification ends with how to teach these skills to junior staff and peers.
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We welcome anyone who cares for people with pain. This includes PT, PTA, OT, COTA, MD, DO, DC, RN, NP, PA, Pharm, mental health, RD, nutritionist, health coach, life coach, fitness/wellness professional and pastoral counselors.
Yes! This course is approved for CEUs for PTs, PTAs OTs, and OTA's.
The Integrative Pain Science Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department, State Board of Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapist and physical therapist assistant continuing education.
STATES PRE-APPROVED THROUGH RECIPROCITY:
Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida (Rule 64B17-9), Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
This course is also approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
NOTE: Some states still do not require continuing education for re-licensure. In addition, some states do not perform verification of continuing education material, which means they do not approve courses for CEU credit and usually accept any material. Please check with your state physical therapy association or state PT board for more details.
For participants outside of the United States or those who do not require a formal CEU certificate, we will be happy to provide a Letter of Participation form that you may keep for your records. Upon completion of the course, please contact us at [email protected] to request the form. Please check with your industry governing body to confirm whether this is required for your continuing education.
The certification can be completed in as little as six months.
You have unlimited access to coursework.
If you have a life event that slows you down, we’ll create a custom plan so you can comfortably complete the certification.
The value of certification enhances credibility and respect from peers. Upon successful completion of the certification, you can use the initials PIP® (Psychologically Informed Practitioner) after your name to indicate validation of knowledge.
All health and wellness professionals may (and do) use principles of behavior change. This certification provides important psychologically-based skills and techniques proven to help people overcome pain.
